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Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living
830 Ocean Ave, Portland, ME 04103
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(800) 780-8101To Reach a Resident
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Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living Description
We believe that Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows – it’s a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It’s where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.
At Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, our management teams live onsite, and are available 24 hours a day. Our food is truly made from scratch, and served right to your table along with a smile from our friendly staff.
For pricing & availability call (800) 780-8101
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Positive Reviews:
- Ashton Gardens is highly praised for its beautiful, well-maintained building and grounds, and lovely apartments.
- Many reviewers highlight the caring and responsive staff, contributing to a welcoming and family-like atmosphere among residents.
- Residents enjoy a variety of activities, including arts and crafts, bingo, and planned outings, with transportation provided for appointments and shopping.
- The community is described as a wonderful place for seniors, offering independence and a range of apartment sizes and floor plans.
- Several reviews mention the quality of meals, though one noted the dining room can be cold.
- The transition to independent living is made easy and welcoming by the exceptional staff, bringing peace of mind to families.
Mixed Reviews:
- One reviewer suggests there is always room for improvement but overall finds it a good place to live.
- Another mentions that while the staff is friendly and the community is positive, the meal service could be more efficient and better suited to residents' preferences.
Negative Reviews:
- A review criticizes the community for being understaffed and focused more on appearances than values, advising potential residents to consider other options.
- An individual claims to have been unfairly dismissed from employment at the community, citing discrimination.
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What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Portland which is 2.6 miles away and has a population of 66,881 (large town).
- The average income is $72,311, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 72
- Low Temperature: 27
- Average Temperature: 49.5
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 114 days of rain, 44 days of snow and 205 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.3 inches a year
- The median age is 40.3 years old, very high compared to other cities.
- 5.48% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 13.8% of the population are Foreign-born which is a average percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 5% Asian, 8% Black or African-American, 2% Hispanic or Latino, and 83% White.
- The crime rate is 3.96 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 1.03 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 2.4 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.21 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.1 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 284.0, Moderate Days 17.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 3.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Shaw's
1.3 miles awayVeranda Asian Market
1.9 miles awayRosemont Market
2.1 miles awayHannaford
2.1 miles awayWhole Foods Market
2.1 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
BEDFORD & FOREST (USM)
2.2 miles away693
2.3 miles awayCongress St + India St
2.3 miles away423
2.3 miles away38
2.3 miles awayBanks
Cumberland County Federal Credit Union
1.2 miles awayTown & Country
1.3 miles awayBank of America
1.4 miles awayBath Savings Institution
1.4 miles awayPeople's United Bank
2.1 miles awayHospitals
Brighton Medical Center
2.4 miles awayMaine Medical Center
2.8 miles awayMercy Hospital
2.9 miles awayMercy Hospital - Fore River Campus
3.2 miles awaySouthern Maine Health Care
18.8 miles awayPharmacies
CVS Pharmacy
1.4 miles awayWalgreens
2.0 miles awayWalmart Pharmacy
2.3 miles awayRite Aid
2.8 miles awayCVS
7.2 miles awayDentists
Endodontic Associates
2.0 miles awayPortland Smiles
4.9 miles awayMain Street Dental
5.2 miles awayThe Art of Dentistry
6.4 miles awayOrthodontic Associates
7.4 miles awayParks
Edward Payson Park
0.8 miles awayPayson Hill Recreation Area
0.9 miles awayPine Grove Park
1.0 miles awayH5
1.0 miles awayG5
1.0 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Congress Plaza Shopping Center
2.3 miles awayUnion Station Plaza Shopping Center
3.0 miles awayWestgate Shopping Plaza
3.1 miles awayJetport Plaza
4.8 miles awayMallside Plaza
5.1 miles awayCulture
St. Lawrence Arts Center
2.1 miles awayMayo Street Arts
2.2 miles awayMerrill Auditorium
2.4 miles awayGrant Wahlquist Gallery
2.6 miles awayElizqbeth Moss Gallery
2.6 miles awayRestaurants
Monte's Fine Foods
0.7 miles awayVeranda Noodle Bar
1.0 miles awayVeranda Thai
1.0 miles awayPortland House of Pizza
1.2 miles awayAmato's
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